South Africa skipper Dean Elgar says his team can exploit “insecurities” in England’s ranks

“Now I just want to get out and play.”

Meanwhile, stand-in South Africa skipper Dean Elgar says his team can exploit “insecurities” in England’s ranks. The 30-year-old batsman said: “I see this as a good opportunity for us to try to make a dent in England.

“They have their own insecurities — they’re under new leadership and everyone is asking Root what his captaincy’s going to be like.

“They also have a few new faces in their batting line-up and a few injury concerns.”

Root confirmed England will give a home debut to spin-bowling all-rounder Liam Dawson, while South Africa will choose between fourth seamer Chris Morris or an extra batsman.